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Brown University is a private Ivy League research university located in Providence, Rhode Island, United States. Founded in 1764, it is the seventh-oldest institution of higher education in the United States and one of the nine colonial colleges chartered prior to the American Revolution. The university has a strong commitment to undergraduate liberal arts education, and many of its graduate and professional programs are highly ranked.

Brown has a diverse student body of around 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. The university offers undergraduate students the opportunity to choose from more than 80 concentrations, and graduate students have the opportunity to study in a wide range of fields, including the natural sciences, engineering, humanities, and social sciences.

One of the unique features of Brown University is its Open Curriculum, which allows students to design their own educational programs and choose courses from a wide range of disciplines. This flexibility allows students to explore their interests and pursue their passions, and contributes to a vibrant and dynamic academic community.

Brown is well known for its strong commitment to undergraduate research and has a number of programs and resources designed to support student research and innovation, including the Undergraduate Teaching and Research Awards and the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program.

The university has a beautiful and historic campus, and its location in the city of Providence provides students with access to a rich cultural scene, including theaters, museums, and festivals. With its strong commitment to undergraduate education, its diverse student body, and its supportive academic community, Brown University is a highly regarded and sought-after institution of higher education.

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